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His funeral was held in Montreal on Jan. 22 in a meticulously planned event that drew more than 2,000 people to Montreal’s Notre-Dame Basilica.

What songs were at Rene Angelil funeral?

According to the program, three of Celine’s songs, chosen by Rene, played during the ceremony: “Trois Heures 20” (“20 Past Three”), “L’Amour Existe Encore” (“Love Still Exists”) and “All the Way.”

Who was the guy in the wheelchair at Rene Angelil funeral?

Audrey pushed Jimmy (who was left quadriplegic after an accident) in a wheelchair up to the casket, while Jimmy carried the pillow he toted 21 years prior with the couple’s wedding rings. Angélil died two days before his 74th birthday on Jan.

What song did Celine Dion sing at her husband’s funeral?

Yesterday, signer Celine Dion released a cover of Sia’s single ‘My Love’ to pay homage to her late husband, René Angélil, who passed away in January 2016.

Is Rene Angelil black?

Angélil was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, to a father of Syrian descent and a mother of Lebanese origin.

Who was Rene Angelil married to?

Celine Dionm. 1994–2016
Anne Renéem. 1973–1988Denyse Duquettem. 1966–1973
René Angélil/Spouse

How tall is Celine Dion?

5′ 7″
Celine Dion/Height

Where is René Angélil’s funeral?

Céline Dion arrives for René Angélil’s funeral at Notre-Dame Basilica on Friday, Jan. 22, 2016 in Montreal. Angélil passed away at the age of 73 after a lengthy battle with throat cancer. (Ryan Remiorz/Canadian Press)

Who was Céline Dion’s husband René Angélil?

Hundreds attended the funeral for René Angélil, Céline Dion’s husband and manager, in Montreal Friday. The service was highlighted by a heartfelt eulogy from Angélil’s teenage son, as well as music from Dion’s francophone hits.

What did Celine Dion put on René Angélil’s casket?

Visibly pained, Dion carefully placed deep purple calla lilies on a pillow resting on the dark casket of René Angélil, her former manager and husband of 21 years, before taking a seat for the Catholic service.

What happened to Angelil D’Angelo?

Angelil’s casket was later taken to Montreal’s Notre-Dame-des-Neiges cemetery for a private graveside ceremony. He died last week of throat cancer, two days before his 74th birthday.